DRC Presents Its Vision for Transformation and Peace at UN SDG Forum

Kinshasa, July 23, 2025 - The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has once again demonstrated to the world that it is ready to grow, modernize, and improve the lives of its people, despite the numerous challenges it faces. At a major United Nations meeting in New York, the DRC presented its progress and plans to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.

From July 14 to 23, the UN hosted a high-level political forum on the SDGs. During the event, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Planning, Mr. Guylain Nyembo, spoke on behalf of the Congolese Government. He explained that DRC’s national development efforts are guided by two main tools:

• The National Strategic Development Plan (PNSD)

• The Government Action Programme

  
  

Both tools aim to bring transformation to the country by improving people’s lives through health, education, energy, and job creation.

Strong Growth Despite the Challenges

According to Mr. Nyembo, DRC’s economy has stayed strong. The country expects over 5% growth in 2025, thanks to progress in several sectors:

• Mining

• Agriculture

• Telecommunications